If you are traveling from Franklinton to Metairie, expect a direct 63.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. This trip stays entirely within Southeast Louisiana, making it a straightforward excursion that is easily manageable in a single day. You will primarily navigate via Highway 25, Washington Street, and North Causeway Boulevard to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $10, it is an economical route for commuters or weekend travelers. Because of the manageable distance, there is no need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you to focus on a quick, efficient transit between the two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.9 miles from Franklinton, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Causeway Boulevard
26.5 mi
33m
Highway 25
15.7 mi
23m
Washington Street
11.2 mi
16m
Collins Boulevard
9.8 mi
13m
47th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
10th Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
46th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Greenlaw Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
North Causeway Boulevard
— 26.5 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklinton, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on Greenlaw Street
86 ft·10 sec·Greenlaw Street
2
Turn left onto 10th Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·10th Avenue
3
Turn right onto LA 10
11 mi·16 min·Washington Street
4
Continue on LA 25
16 mi·23 min·Highway 25
5
Continue on US 190
9.8 mi·13 min·Collins Boulevard
Use the right lane.
6
Turn slight right
0.1 mi·41 sec
7
At end of road, turn left
283 ft·22 sec
8
At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
26 mi·33 min·North Causeway Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft·5 sec·46th Street
10
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft·17 sec·North Causeway Boulevard
11
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·47th Street
12
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Because the drive is only 1.5 hours long, you will not need to build in formal stops for rest or refueling, though keeping that $10 fuel budget in mind will help you stay prepared. If you are heading toward Metairie during peak hours, keep in mind that the local road sections may experience higher traffic volume than the highway portions. Prioritize checking your route map before leaving Franklinton, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes navigation through local intersections the most critical part of your journey. Staying alert during the 26.5-mile stretch on North Causeway Boulevard will help you maintain a steady pace as you approach your final destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31.9 miles from Franklinton, LA, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.9 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metairie, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Franklinton, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Franklinton, LA
This is one driving day of about 63.7 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Franklinton, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Causeway Boulevard for about 26.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 63.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|10th Avenue
Turn left onto 10th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
37 mi into trip|~55m in
At end of road, turn left
Navigation decision point
7
37.1 mi into trip|~55m in|North Causeway Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
63.5 mi into trip|~1h 29m in|North Causeway Boulevard
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
63.5 mi into trip|~1h 29m in|47th Street
Turn left onto 47th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.62 one way
$19.24 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$10.56
$21.12
premium
$4.56
$11.43
$22.87
diesel
$5.61
$14.06
$28.13
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.1
0
$6.69
$3.06
Efficient EV
15.9
0
$5.57
$2.55
EV Truck/SUV
25.5
0
$8.92
$4.08
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Franklinton, LA
Afternoon
in Franklinton on Sunday
Local time
12:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 0 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Metairie, LA
Afternoon
in Metairie on Sunday
Local time
12:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
57°F
Covington, LA
32 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 30m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 63.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 63.7-mile trek is best described as a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 25% of the route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads and varied street layouts. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment while traveling 26.5 miles on North Causeway Boulevard. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, the road profile shifts frequently as you transition between rural stretches and the busier corridors leading into Metairie. Be prepared for a more hands-on driving experience that changes character as you move through these different local environments.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.5 mi on North Causeway Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 10th Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Franklinton, LA to Metairie, LA is easy. At 1h 30m with 25% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (10th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 37 miles: Navigation decision point; at 37.1 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
175 ft121 ft
Total Climb
30 ft
Total Descent
64 ft
Highest Point
175 ft
~10.6 mi in
Elevation Range
53 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 63.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.5 miles on North Causeway Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (10th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 37 miles: Navigation decision point; at 37.1 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Metairie, LA before heading back.
